2002 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet 6-Speed

Description

While most Porsche models delivered directly to the automaker's dealers in 2002 were painted in rather conservative hues—with the exception of those swathed in classic Guards Red—the automaker's broad portfolio of special colors and trim choices beckoned. By then, the automaker was well into its water-cooled era with the 996 generation of its iconic 911.

The 996.2 generation was marked by updated exterior styling, more refined materials inside, and a shift to a larger 3.6-liter version of the M96 flat-six engine unlocked 320 horsepower. As always, the 996 Cabriolet was the style-oriented choice, and by 2002 Porsche fitted a rapid-folding soft top with considerable insulation that helped the droptop feel almost as quiet inside as the hardtop.

In marked contrast to the majority of U.S. market-bound 996.2 models, this Cabriolet was finished in Zanzibar Red with a black soft top over a Brown Natural leather interior. Its 3.6L flat-six breathes throw a Fabspeed intake and exhaust system, and it is paired with a six-speed manual transaxle. Inside, power-adjustable front seats wear the same leather as the dashboard and door panels. Additional details include xenon headlights with washers, 18” wheels, molded side skirts, a deployable rear spoiler, and a Becker-Porsche CDR-220 stereo. It now shows approximately 59,000 miles.

This 2002 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet is offered by the selling dealer with owner's manuals, a clean CARFAX vehicle history report, and a clean Pennsylvania title.

Highlights

• Finished in Zanzibar Red

• Brown Natural leather upholstery

• Powered by a 3.6L M96 flat-six factory rated at 320 horsepower and 273 lb-ft of torque

• Six-speed manual transaxle

• Clean CARFAX vehicle history report

Factory Equipment

• Black convertible top

• Porsche-branded brake calipers with cross-drilled rotors

• Deployable rear spoiler

• Becker-Porsche CDR-220 stereo

• The option sticker decodes as:

  • L1A8 – Zanzibar Red paint

  • 04 – Brown Natural leather upholstery

  • C02 – Version for USA

  • X76 – Side skirts

  • X99 – Natural leather interior

  • 226 – Internal production code related to tires

  • 288 – Headlamp washers

  • 411 – 18″ Carrera five-spoke wheels

  • 424 – CD storage compartment

  • 437 – Eight-way power-adjustable seat, left

  • 438 – Eight-way power-adjustable seat, right

  • 446 – Wheel caps with full-color Porsche crests

  • 513 – Power lumbar support, right

  • 537 – Seat position memory, left

  • 551 – Wind deflector

  • 586 – Power lumbar support, left

  • 601 – Litronic (Xenon) headlamps

Modifications

• Fabspeed intake and exhaust systems

Documentation

• Clean CARFAX vehicle history report

• Paint meter readings of various body panels are provided in the gallery

Known Imperfections

• Wear on interior surfaces including the seats, steering wheel, gear knob, and parking brake handle

• Broken pixels on climate control LCD screens

Ownership History

The selling dealer acquired this 2002 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet in May 2025. It is offered with a clean Pennsylvania title.

Included Items

• Owner’s manuals